Get Wet and Cool Off Near Washington, DC

We've finally hit those nasty orange air quality days, the hot and humid weather that makes many local residents escape the city. So how do you enjoy yourself this time of year? Here are some places to get wet and cool off in the Washington, DC area:

• Water Parks in Maryland and Virginia


• Outdoor Swimming Pools in Washington, DC


• Lakes and Swimming Near Washington, DC

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